News | UKToys R Us rattle ball recalled over fears babies could choke on tiny beadsChoking fears: Toys R Us rattle ball recalled over concerns babies could choke to deathKidsiiSean Morrison @seanmorrison_14 March 2017Toys R Us has recalled a popular children’s rattle ball from its shelves over fears youngsters could choke on its tiny beads.The Kids II Oball rattle had to be pulled from British toy shops after reports of children gagging on the small beads that came loose from inside the toy.More than 40 people in the US had complained that the beads could break out of the rattle, with three complaints made over a child choking as a result. More than 81,000 of the potentially dangerous toys are believed to have been sold in the UK.Choking fears: Toys R Us recall toy over concerns babies may be choking on beads (Picture: Google Street View)The toys, sold after January 1, 2016, include models 81031 and 81548.Read MoreMan charged after a car was crashed into branch of Toys R Us and heToys R Us ready for flotation in New YorkIn statement, the company said: “Oball Rattles sold after January 1, 2016 are affected by this recall.“The rattle beads may release from the clear bead chambers, posing a choking hazard for small children.“The recalled products have three clear plastic disc shaped bead chambers, one of which has five orange beads.”The small balls are sold by the popular retailer for £4.99 each.MORE ABOUTToystoys for babies
